research A gene for pachyonychia congenita is closely linked to the keratin gene cluster on 17q12-q21.
Pachyonychia congenita is linked to a keratin gene on chromosome 17.
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900-930 / 1000+ resultsresearch Eccrine angiomatous hamartoma
The girl's skin condition is benign but challenging to treat due to its size and location.
research Multifaceted role of keratins in epithelial cell differentiation and transformation
research Pseudofolliculitis barbae; current treatment options
The document concludes that stopping shaving or removing affected hair can alleviate Pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB).
research A rare case of woolly hair with unusual associations
The document reports a unique case of woolly hair with a combination of conditions not previously seen together.
research The efficacy of a photolyase-based device on the cancerization field: a clinical and thermographic study
The photolyase-based device significantly changed the size and heat of potential skin cancer areas in patients.
research 474 Stabilizing mutations of KLHL24 ubiquitin ligase cause loss of keratin 14 and human skin fragility
Certain mutations in the KLHL24 gene cause a skin disorder by breaking down an important skin protein.
research Resolution of the plantar hyperkeratosis of pachyonychia congenita during chemotherapy for Ewing sarcoma
Chemotherapy improved a girl's painful foot condition linked to pachyonychia congenita.
research Epidermal abnormalities and increased malignancy of skin tumors in human epidermal keratin 8‐expressing transgenic mice
Mice with human skin protein K8 had more skin problems and cancer.
research Novel mutations in the keratin-74 (KRT74) gene underlie autosomal dominant woolly hair/hypotrichosis in Pakistani families
research Mice Expressing a Mutant Krt75 (K6hf) Allele Develop Hair and Nail Defects Resembling Pachyonychia Congenita
research Atrichia and Papular Lesions: Report of a Case
A 4-year-old girl has a rare condition causing hairlessness and skin bumps, but normal teeth and sweating.
research The RAIG Family Member, GPRC5D, Is Associated with Hard-Keratinized Structures
GPRC5D is linked to the formation of hair, nails, and certain tongue areas.
research Directed Expression of a Chimeric Type II Keratin Partially Rescues Keratin 5-null Mice
A chimeric keratin partially improved skin structure in mice lacking keratin 5, but didn't fully restore normal skin.
research Keratohyalin, Trichohyalin and Keratohyalin‐Trichohyalin Hybrid Granules: An Overview
Keratohyalin and trichohyalin proteins help form and organize skin and hair structures.
research Monilethrix in monozygotic twins with very rare mutation in KRT 86 gene
Identical twins with a rare KRT 86 gene mutation both have the hair disorder monilethrix.
research An Innovative Formula for Keratosis Pilaris Treatment—A Randomized Controlled Study Based on the “Exfoliation‐Dissolution‐Repair” Concept
The new treatment improved keratosis pilaris symptoms and mood in 28 days.
research Dermatopathia pigmentosa reticularis: A report of a case with delayed onset alopecia and onychodystrophy
DPR can cause skin, hair, and nail issues, sometimes appearing later in life.
research Expression pattern of human hair keratin basic 1 (hHbl) in hair follicle and pilomatricoma
hHbl gene is active in hair shaft cells and some pilomatricomas.
research Rare Diagnosis of a Proliferating Pilar Tumor in a Facial Hairline Cryst
The lump on a woman's scalp was a rare, potentially cancerous tumor from the hair follicle, not a common cyst.
research Keratinization and its Disorders
Mutations in keratin genes can cause skin and mucosa disorders.
research Follicular induction and CK20+ Merkel cells overlying cutaneous focal mucinosis
Some skin growths with mucin can form hair follicles and resemble skin cancer, but a special stain can help tell them apart.
research Keratinocyte growth factor is an important endogenous mediator of hair follicle growth, development, and differentiation. Normalization of the nu/nu follicular differentiation defect and amelioration of chemotherapy-induced alopecia.
Keratinocyte growth factor promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss from chemotherapy.
research Actinic Hyperkeratosis Treated with Retinol Combined with A Polylysine Biovector: A Case Report
Encapsulated retinol may effectively treat actinic keratosis without side effects.
research Ultrastructural Resemblance of Basal Cell Epithelioma to Primary Epithelial Germ
Basal cell epithelioma resembles fetal hair follicles, not adult or fetal skin.
research Phylloid terminal hair nevus: A unique clinical entity
A baby had a unique skin condition with a pale patch and surrounding dark hairs, not linked to other health issues.
research Key Factors in the Complex and Coordinated Network of Skin Keratinization: Their Significance and Involvement in Common Skin Conditions
Understanding keratinization is crucial for treating skin conditions like ichthyoses and psoriasis.
research Keratins of the Human Hair Follicle
More research is needed to understand how hair keratins work and their role in hair disorders.
research Expression of Neutrophil Gelatinase-Associated Lipocalin in Calcium-Induced Keratinocyte Differentiation
NGAL may help maintain skin balance and is linked to skin disorders and cancers.
research Spiny Hyperkeratotic Projections on the Face and Extremities of a Kidney Transplant Recipient—Quiz Case
A kidney transplant patient developed pink skin bumps with spiny centers on her face and limbs.